Although the first ancient DNA molecules were extracted more than three decades ago, the
first ancient nuclear genomes could only be characterized after high-throughput sequencing …

Research on ancient and forensic DNA is related in many ways, and the two fields must deal
with similar obstacles. Therefore, communication between these two communities has the …

The Archaeology of Human Bones provides an up to date account of the analysis of human
skeletal remains from archaeological sites, introducing students to the anatomy of bones …

Dental calculus and other preserved microbiome substrates are an attractive target for
dietary reconstruction in past populations through a variety of physical, chemical, and …

Archaeological materials are a finite resource, and efforts should be made to minimize
destructive analyses. This can be achieved by using protocols combining extraction of …

Dental calculus, the calcified form of the mammalian oral microbial plaque biofilm, is a rich
source of oral microbiome, host, and dietary biomolecules and is well preserved in museum …

Dental calculus (calcified dental plaque) is a cross-cultural biological matrix that is emerging
as a critical source of information for anthropologists and oral health professionals. It …

The oral cavity is a heterogeneous environment, varying in factors such as pH, oxygen
levels, and salivary flow. These factors affect the microbial community composition and …

Dental calculus is an excellent source of information on the dietary patterns of past
populations, including consumption of plant-based items. The detection of plant-derived …

Background The analysis of ancient oral metagenomes from archaeological human and
animal samples is largely confounded by contaminant DNA sequences from modern and …